System Administrator and Security Manager
Booz Allen Hamilton· Defense· Oct 26, 2026 · 1d ago
San Diego, CA
Hybrid
Full-time
Manager
$78K–$176K
5+ years exp
Job description
System Administrator and Security Manager The Opportunity:
Serve as a System Administrator ( SA ) and Security Manager ( SM ) for a Indo-Pacific client. Provide subject matter expertise and assist government clients in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Administrate and enforce Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility ( SCIF ) and SAP Facility ( SAPF ) security requirements. Perform personnel security, suitability, and credentialing utilizing the Defense Information System for Security ( DISS ) . Validate and verify personnel accesses to SAPs using the Joint Access Database Environment ( JADE ) . Provide client-facing customer interface responsible for program security compliance and guidance to user community system administrators and security managers ( SASM ) , support program briefs, and coordinate and compile program security documentation. Assist in the development of program-level security policy and analyze and implement program-level COMSEC policies and procedures. Provide support to user community SASMs evaluating compliance with security policies , vulnerability assessments, and computer security protocols with security-enhanced Apple or Mac products. Interface with client and program management office leadership to manage program security. Lead monthly SASM forums and interface with the PM operations team. Assist with designing, implementing, and managing policies and procedures to ensure database and sof tware security. Apply advanced consult ing skills and extensive technical expertise, including full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.
You Have:
5 years of experience with system administration
Experience with networks and configuration management
Experience with classified environments
Active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam
Bachelor’s degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience with Spe cia l Access Program protocols
Experience working in JADE and DISS
Bachelor s degree in CS or an IT- related field
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .
Work Model
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Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership s expectations and the needs of the role.
Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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